Triumph on Everest: A Photobiography of Sir Edmund Hillary

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The narrative chronicles the remarkable journey of a New Zealand farm boy who became the first known climber to reach the summit of Mount Everest in 1953, alongside Tenzing Norgay. It details their perilous ascent through treacherous icefalls and fierce winds. Beyond Everest, the book explores Hillary's expeditions to the South Pole and his search for the Abominable Snowman, highlighting his dedication to aiding the Sherpa people, whom he credits for his success in climbing.